The University of Kentucky College of Nursing invites qualified applicants for this full-time (10-month) position in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program. This non-tenure track position includes developing, coordinating, and teaching content in an undergraduate Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program, accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. It includes classroom or online instruction; supervision of nursing students in the nursing skills lab and clinical settings; advising students; involvement on college committees; clinical scholarship and membership in professional organizations. It may include service in clinical practice.

Qualifications include a minimum of an earned Master's Degree in nursing (required); doctorate in nursing (preferred) from an accredited college or university, confirmed by an official transcript from the degree-granting institution. The successful candidate must have an active Kentucky RN license. A minimum of two years of full-time or equivalent nursing experience within the last five years is required in the specialty area of Pediatric Nursing. Previous teaching experience in an accredited BSN program is preferred. Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills are required. Candidates should have a strong commitment to teaching, scholarship, clinical practice and service.

Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Application materials including current curriculum vitae, three professional letters of recommendation (see Specific Request 1 under Required Documents), and a cover letter must be submitted.

Job TitleInstructor, Assistant, Associate or Professor, College of Nursing

Requisition NumberFE00897

Working Title

Department Name7E100:NURSING INSTRUCTION

Work LocationLexington, KY

Type of PositionFaculty

Position Time StatusFull-Time

Required Education

A minimum of an earned Master's Degree in nursing (required); doctorate in nursing (preferred) from an accredited college or university, confirmed by an official transcript from the degree-granting institution.

Required Related Experience

Minimum of two (2) years full-time or equivalent nursing experience within the last five (5) years in Pediatric Nursing.

Required License/ Registration/Certification

Active Kentucky license as a registered nurse.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

Previous teaching experience in an accredited BSN program is preferred. Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills are required. Candidates should have a strong commitment to teaching, scholarship, clinical practice and service.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?No

Preferred Education/Experience

Previous teaching experience in an accredited BSN program is preferred.

Open Untill FilledYes

University Community of Inclusion

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

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* UK HealthCare recognizes the patient as our premier customer and promises to provide excellent customer services to patients, colleagues, co-workers and all others who seek our services. By applying for a position with UK HealthCare, I am indicating my commitment to service excellence and expressing my agreement to consistently recognize that: - Our customer is every person we come into contact with during our workday. - Service is being flexible, courteous and respectful while anticipating and fulfilling the needs of our customers. - Quality is the foundation of everything we do. It is our desire to provide exceptional service to every patient and customer we serve. - Careful, efficient and responsible management of our resources is vital to our success. - We want to attract, develop and retain highly skilled and competent co-workers, which will in turn achieve customer loyalty and promote the growth of UK HealthCare. By submitting my application for employment with UK HealthCare, I acknowledge that I will be held accountable to follow the UK HealthCare Behavioral Expectations if selected for a position with UK HealthCare. Do you agree to abide by the UK HealthCare Standards?

Yes

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